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Chapter 10 - Multi-Perspective Memories

Trying to Integrate the Findings

from Part III - Conclusion

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  20 November 2025

Andreas Maercker
Affiliation:
University of Zurich
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The final chapter of the book offers a reflection on the overarching dimensions that guided the selection of the eight Historical Trauma contexts. Here, the emphasis is placed on the concept of multi-directional memory, a notion derived from memory studies that can be employed to circumvent victimhood competition. Selected concepts related to the HT definition criteria are compared across the different contexts. To this end, a series of flowcharts were developed to illustrate the historical trajectories of the concepts discussed in the book, including conspiracy of silence, victim identity, and value compilations. The comparison of social pathologies and reconciliation is given a broad scope. The concept of healing is addressed, and it is noted that the social and cultural science literature has been reticent to engage in discussions about the reasoned use of the concept that is consistent with evidence-based health interventions and comprehensive psychological and holistic approaches. The outlook addresses the prolificacy of the concept of historical trauma, and the potential dangers associated with its overuse.

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Historical Trauma
Psychological Processes, Contexts, and Healing
, pp. 271 - 312
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2025

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